Model Year | 2022 | 2019 | |
Model | Kia Niro | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 104 hp@5700 109 lb-ft@4000 |
2.0L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 154 hp@6000 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 110.4 in | -4.1 in |
Length | 171.5 in | 191.1 in | -19.6 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 73.2 in | -2.1 in |
Height | 60.8 in | 57.7 in | 3.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3100 lb. | 3486 lb. | -386 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.8 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 58.1 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 56.0 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 45.5 in | -3.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 37.8 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 56.4 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.3 in | 56.0 in | -7.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 35.6 in | 1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.4 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.2 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 47.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Kia Niro.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Kia Optima.